Last month’s Festival of Flourishing Regions, which took place in Bristol, brought together national journalists, local and national politicians, economists, academics, industry leaders and the general public, to debate how regions can drive the government’s growth agenda.

Emeritus Professor Sir Iain Gray appointed as Chair, and Andrea Dell as Director. New team will bring business and academia together to tackle the region’s challenges, and pave the way for greater investment and prosperity. Leadership team represents extensive business, engineering, innovation, local and national government, higher education and community experience

At today’s Festival of Flourishing Regions, Business West announced the formation of the Futures West Foundation for Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Growth.